🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 Joining us in the studio, TikTok sensation Marmar lends her sharp eye for TV and movie media analysis, especially when it comes to the representation of Asian identities. We unwrap the layered narratives of Netflix's "The Brother's Son" and Disney Plus's "American Born Chinese," discussing their cultural impact and the importance of nuanced...

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 Join us this week on "I've Been Meaning to Watch That," where we sit down with the insightful crew from Serious Film People to unpack the 2024 Oscar nominations. Together, we explore the highs and lows, from unexpected snubs to exhilarating predictions for who will take home the gold. But that's just the tip of the iceberg; we also dive into the...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch Join the conversation with Alexa, our pop culture savant, as we examine the sweeping influence of Alice Walker's "The Color Purple" across its various adaptations. This week, we peel back the curtain on the struggle between artistic integrity and Hollywood's profit engine, illuminated by Issa Rae's raw insights. From the classic Spielberg film to the anticipated 2023 remake, we ponder the adaptations' fidelity to the source material and...

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 Have you ever sat through a film that left you with more questions than answers? That's the kind of rich, complex, and sometimes frustrating cinematic landscape we're unraveling in our latest episode. We kick things off by revisiting the most impactful conversations from the last year, celebrating the art of storytelling with a nod to the horror...

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 Could "Mean Girls" on Broadway and the silver screen truly capture the razor-sharp wit of high school's social battlegrounds? Josh Bradley from Series Film People and I chew over the adaptation's rollercoaster, dissecting the intricacies of transforming the film's humor and heart from screenplay to stage notes, then back to the camera’s lens. As we...

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 🎧 Listen to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BlujpgBvx8jt1iPiBSIh7 Join us this week as we navigate the turbulent waters of intense survival shows with lifestyle content creator and writer Ama. We tackle the psychological and social intricacies of "Yellowjackets" and "The Wilds," analyzing the merits and downfalls of their...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Join us this week as we welcome back the always insightful Sushi for a lively round-up of the cinematic scene. We're flipping the script and not only highlighting our top movie picks from the past year but also spilling the tea on those that missed the mark. From the directorial debut of Jake Johnson in the thrilling "Self Reliance" to the nuanced conversation sparked by "American Fiction," we're covering all bases. Tune in for a...

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 🎧 Listen to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BlujpgBvx8jt1iPiBSIh7 Happy New Year, everyone! Listen in as we welcome the start of 2024 with a bang in our latest podcast installment. I'm thrilled to have Tristan, the esteemed film critic and writer from Geek Vibes Nation, back with us as we reflect on the highs and lows of TV...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Welcome back to "I've Been Meaning to Watch That," where every week brings a fresh perspective on the entertainment scene. Join me, your host Monica, and my returning guest John as we share our fervent anticipation for 2024's most exciting entertainment projects. From the "The Color Purple" remake buzz to Taraji P. Henson's candid discussions on fair compensation, this episode is packed with insights on the industry's highs and lows....

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. The holiday spirit arrives with a twinkle and a touch of nostalgia as Derek Gale, affectionately known as Dare Bear, joins me for a sleigh ride through the wonderland of Christmas TV specials. From the heartwarming moments of "The Office" to the timey-wimey traditions of "Doctor Who," we unpack the episodes that have us decking the halls and cringing when our favorite shows vanish from streaming services. Remember the time you had to...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Welcome to our insightful discussion about the world of television! In this episode, we are joined by returning guest, Jocelyn, as we dive deep into the intriguing Hulu show, "Black Cake," based on a novel of the same name. - We kick off the episode discussing the recent end of the writer's strike and its impact on Hollywood, especially focusing on the cancellation of shows helmed by black creators or actors (0:00:09). We voice our...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch Can a blockbuster superhero flick also double as a heartwarming Christmas movie? Does the departure of a series director signify a potential shift in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's narrative trajectory? Prepare to unearth the answers as we welcome back our esteemed guests, Loretto and Lonnie, for an intellectual feast of lively debates and candid discussions! We begin by challenging the conventional definitions of Christmas movies, as...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Join us on this enlightening episode as we're joined by our multifaceted guest, Elliot Sang, known for his engaging YouTube videos and his talent as a writer and musician. Our conversation kicks off with a thorough analysis of father-child dynamics in films, spotlighting two notable movies, "A Sun" and "Aftersun." We also take a moment to indulge in some entertainment news, sharing our excitement, and yes, a little nervousness, for the...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Listen in as we welcome the brilliant Nicole Eva, also known as Evasive, for a lively discussion about the manic pixie dream girl trope in film and TV. With her keen eye for movie analysis, we examine this problematic trope, its harmful effects, and its prevalence in the media. Amidst our discourse, we touch on recent controversies in the entertainment industry, such as a questionable joke on SNL, the show's toxic work environment, and...

Join us in this podcast episode as we explore the world of horror films, their social implications, and the vital role women play within this genre. Our special guest, Ellen, an expert in film studies with a special interest in horror films, takes us on an intriguing journey through the evolution of horror and its multifaceted narratives. From discussing the recent SAG-AFTRA actress strike and its impact on the industry to a thorough analysis of Sofia Coppola's film Priscilla and the rise of...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Sarah is back to discuss the ongoing actor's strike and the impact it has had on productions. We break down the intricacies of the recent counter offer made by SAG-AFTRA and discuss the significance of ensuring fair deals for actors. We also review Mike Flanagan's Netflix multiverse, The Fall of the House of Usher, and give our opinions on the character dynamics and the show's unique storytelling. In the final part of our...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. As we sat down with Sarah I, we found ourselves wrapped up in a tale of streaming platforms, actor's strikes, and the ever-transforming landscape of the entertainment industry. Sarah's insights on the complexities of harmonizing different time zones to record a podcast added a new sense of awareness to our conversation. With the unexpected cancellation of Michael A. Dengas's Midnight Club, our chat took a turn towards the gritty and...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Welcome to our compelling discussion with Lee, from 'Spro and Lee Take on the Academy'. Brace yourself as we traverse through the iconic movie 'Silence of the Lambs', pulling apart its complexities while extending our support to actors on strike with SAG-AFTRA. As we enter the superhero universe, we shed light on the intriguing movie, 'Blue Beetle', and the star-studded film 'The Bike Riders'. Together we navigate the tangled web of...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Welcome back to our thrilling podcast where we explore the ever-evolving landscape of horror, streaming services, and everything in between. This week, we are excited to be joined by the insightful Sushana, aka Sushi's Reads, who shares her analysis of horror, thriller, and suspense in movies and TV. As we stand in solidarity with the Actors on strike, we engage in a fascinating discussion on the power dynamics in the streaming world,...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. On this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by FeaturingJurgs, a movie aficionado and critic, who I met through his insightful TikTok content. We're delving into the Fear Street Trilogy available on Netflix, which is an R-rated set of slasher films inspired by R.L. Stine's books. We dissect each film, appreciating the neon mall aesthetic, horror comedy elements, and the unexpected plot twists. Jergen and I agree on the ingenious...

Join me as I take a solo journey through my changing perceptions of horror movies and why I've started to appreciate them more. Discover my personal journey from avoidance to appreciation as I unravel the layers of the horror genre, sharing my favorite films, debunking misconceptions, and discussing why some remakes work while others fall short. Listen as I talk about how our vivid imaginations can create nightmares from these films, and how exploring the darker themes of humanity can lead to...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Join me and my friend Joel as we take a stand in solidarity with the writers and actors on strike in Hollywood. We discuss the reasons behind the strike, from declining weekly median writer-producer pay to the financial strain of the pandemic. Listen in as we give a massive shoutout to the dedicated professionals who bring entertainment into our homes, and explore how they're seeking better compensation, tackling the dominance of...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Join us in this captivating discussion with our returning guest, Crystal from the Busty Asian Beauties podcast, as we examine the ongoing writer's strike and its impact on Hollywood. We delve into the complexities of this issue, including the rise of streaming platforms, the emergence of artificial intelligence technology in the entertainment industry, and the necessity for writers and actors to be fairly compensated.  Listen as we...

Join Leo and me as we journey into the realm of Black Mirror, analyzing the societal implications of the Netflix series and its portrayal of our obsession with social media. We unpack the episode "Nosedive", examining its depiction of influencers, the burden and blessings of their platforms, and whether the show is a critique or an exaggeration of modern society. Listen as we share our insights into the role of recurring actors, and discuss the performance of Latisha Roy in "Black Museum",...

JOIN US ON PATREON: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. Join me and content creator Leo Rydal as we navigate the dystopian landscapes of Netflix's hit anthology series, Black Mirror. With his fingers on the pulse of Marvel, DC, TV and movies, Leo offers his unique insights on the show's themes, and how it masterfully explores the impact of technology on our lives. From its exploration of social media to its commentary on our celebrity-obsessed culture, Black Mirror continues to challenge us...